Electric forklifts imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electric forklifts by the United States reached $1.92 billion in 2024 (222.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 211 countries. Value fell 6% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.92B | 222.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.05B | 267.8K t |
| 2022 | $1.45B | 213.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.03B | 150.4K t |
| 2020 | $580.8M | 85.5K t |
| 2019 | $735.2M | 110.6K t |
| 2018 | $772.4M | 105.3K t |
| 2017 | $697.5M | 102.9K t |
Where the United States imports electric forklifts from
The largest suppliers were China (20%), Mexico (19%), Canada (15%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $383.6M | 20% |
| Mexico | $367.4M | 19% |
| Canada | $283.2M | 15% |
| Italy | $249.5M | 13% |
| Germany | $184.3M | 9.6% |
| South Korea | $120.6M | 6.3% |
| United Kingdom | $81.6M | 4.2% |
| India | $62.8M | 3.3% |
| Ireland | $62.7M | 3.3% |
| France | $23.0M | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.66 per kg, 22% above the world average of $7.11. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electric forklifts exports from the United States
Exports of electric forklifts by the United States reached $1.24 billion in 2024 (142.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 136 countries. Most of it went to Canada (34%), Mexico (25%), Netherlands (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+426% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $415.2M | 34% |
| Mexico | $304.0M | 25% |
| Netherlands | $154.0M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $80.7M | 6.5% |
| Australia | $58.4M | 4.7% |
| New Zealand | $26.6M | 2.2% |
| Japan | $19.7M | 1.6% |
| China | $14.1M | 1.1% |
| Costa Rica | $13.8M | 1.1% |
| Chile | $13.7M | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States electric forklifts imports (HS 8427.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8427.10: Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, self-propelled by electric motor.
Common questions
What is the value of electric forklifts imported by the United States?
The United States imported electric forklifts worth $1.92 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 222.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 211 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric forklifts to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($383.6 million), followed by Mexico (19%) and Canada (15%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 80% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric forklifts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.66 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $7.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric forklifts to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $697.5 million in 2017 to $1.92 billion in 2024, an increase of 176%. The peak was 2023 at $2.05 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.15 billion a year.
Does the United States also export electric forklifts?
Yes. The United States exported $1.24 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $687.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric forklifts?
The HS code for electric forklifts is subheading 8427.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8427 page.
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